For Official Use: SR # ________________

VENTURA COUNTY LOCAL DEBRIS REMOVAL PROGRAM APPLICATION-UNINCORPORATED AREAS ONLY

Property Owner Name: Phone(s):

Property Address: City:

Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN): Email:

Mailing Address:

Mailing City: State: ZIP:

Description of Debris Being Removed (how many structures, type of waste, etc.)

A. Program Participation

Who will perform the debris removal? Owner Licensed Contractor

If hiring a contractor, please provide the following: Name of Contractor: License Number: Proposed Start Date:

Required: A work plan approval by Environmental Health is required prior to starting debris cleanup.

B. Property Owner Acceptance

I have reviewed the protocols as stated in the “Management of Ventura County Wildfire Debris” document and specifications for private debris removal. I understand the ash and debris contain hazardous substances and can be a health hazard. I understand the ash and debris shall be wetted down prior to removal and dust shall be controlled. The ash and debris shall also be completely encapsulated with a tarp ("burrito wrap" method) prior to being transported for disposal. I understand that soil samples shall be collected in order to self-certify the project was completed.

Property Owner Signature (Required): Date: Contractor Signature: Date: Ventura County Acknowledgement: Date:

Who needs to complete this form? Property owners who elect not to participate in the State-sponsored debris

removal program and choose to clean up their property on their own, or with a qualified contractor OR properties that

do not qualify for the state debris removal program. The work must be done to standards established in ordinances

and regulations so that health and safety risks are adequately addressed for the community and the environment.

Documentation on adequate cleanup and proper disposal will be required. State disaster funding will not be able to reimburse for this work.

Where do I submit this form? Submit this form to the Ventura County Environmental Health Division at 800 S.

Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 or ehdthomasfire@ventura.org.

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MANAGEMENT OF VENTURA COUNTY WILDFIRE DEBRIS

To ensure safety to workers, the public, and the environment, certain protocols must be

followed during a wildfire disaster when removing structural ash and debris left from the fire.

The County is offering two ways for property owners to manage the debris and ash from the

wildfire disaster.

1. Owners Who Choose to Participate in the State Sponsored Consolidated Debris Removal

Program.

Residential properties with destroyed structure(s) from the wildfires are being offered a clean-

up and debris removal service conducted by specialized work crews, contracted and managed

by federal and state waste specialists. Under limited circumstances, some commercial

properties may be eligible as well. This program is being paid for with state and federal funds.

To avoid duplication of benefits, if property owners have a specified amount for debris removal

in their insurance policy, they will need to provide that specified amount to the County for

reimbursement of some of the costs of the clean-up. However, a property owner may

participate in the program even if the property is not insured. Owners must sign up for this

program by completing a Right-of-Entry form (ROE), to allow access to their property to

complete the debris removal work. ROE forms received after the January 22, 2018 deadline

date may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Additional City and County information, and the Right of Entry form is available here:

https://www.venturacountyrecovers.org/debris-removal/

2. Owners Who Choose Not to Participate in the State Sponsored Consolidated Debris

Removal Program.

Due to the public health emergency, property owners are required to cause their property to

be cleaned up and all burn debris must be removed in a timely manner. If property owners

choose not to participate in the Consolidated Debris Removal Program described above (or if

properties are ineligible), they may do so at their own expense with work performed by

qualified personnel as set forth below.

Property owners in the county unincorporated areas will submit a Ventura County Local Debris

Removal Program Application (see attachment) and work plan to the County for approval

before February 8, 2018 and at least two weeks prior to commencing debris removal. After

implementation of the approved work plan, the owner must submit a certification showing that

all work has been completed as specified. The work must be completed pursuant to standards

set forth by the County and State by June 1, 2018. These standards are established to ensure

protection of public health and are the same standards applicable to the Consolidated Debris

Removal Program. Documentation of adequate clean-up and proper disposal will be required.

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It is strongly encouraged that property owners review all requirements thoroughly before

planning or pursuing their own debris removal. Property owners will not be allowed to build on

their property until there is a certification of completion of the property cleanup and removal

of all hazardous waste has been completed in accordance with applicable standards approved

by the County.

A summary of the protocols and requirements is below:

Clean Up Operations Clean Up Protocols

Site Documentation • Measure and record foundation and clean-up area.

• Notify appropriate entities of clean-up, including local utilities, Underground Service Alert (USA), and air quality districts.

Work Plan • Create a work plan that provides for site testing and analysis, hazardous waste and asbestos removal, debris removal, erosion control, soil grading, and confirmation sampling.

Application Process • Owner or contractor will submit a Ventura County Local Debris Removal Program Application to Environmental Health together with the work plan at least two weeks prior to proposed start date.

• Once application and work plan are approved work may proceed. Site Testing and Analysis • The property owner will need to hire a certified asbestos

consultant and soil consultant to test the site. Air Monitoring • Fugitive Dust – Dust is a significant concern. There must be

adequate dust control at all times (water applied to burn ash materials), most importantly during contractor disturbance and loading activities. See APCD Guidelines and “zero dust” policy in Appendix E.

• Site must be visually monitored for fugitive dust.

• If recommended by the Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC), a site must be air monitored for asbestos during debris removal activities.

• Provide air monitoring results in final report. Hazardous Waste and Asbestos Removal

• Asbestos assessment is required and, if identified, asbestos containing materials (ACM) must be removed by a licensed asbestos abatement contractor.

• All remaining hazardous waste and household hazardous waste must be identified and disposed of by a certified hazardous waste contractor.

• Waste must be properly disposed of at an approved location from the list provided by Environmental Health.

Hours of Operation • 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday thru Friday

• 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Saturday

• No Operations on Sunday and Holidays

Notifications (EHD) • 24 hours prior to beginning debris removal activities, call EHD at (805) 654-2432 and leave a message reporting the site location.

Debris Removal • Remove ash and debris, metals, and concrete from the site and dispose of properly.

• Recycle metals and concrete, if possible.

• Waste must be disposed of at an approved location from the list provided by Environmental Health.

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Foundations • Completely remove and dispose of foundation -Exceptions may be considered by the Building and Safety Division. (See attached advisory from Ventura County Building and Safety in Appendix E).

Soil Grading • Remove 3 to 6 inches of soil from the impacted area or to a level of visually clean after the ash and debris is removed.

Confirmation Sampling • A licensed soil consultant must collect soil samples from 0-3 inches for confirmation sampling and compare soil sample results against State clean-up goals. The testing standards will be provided by Environmental Health and will be the same standards used for the State’s clean-up program.

Erosion Control Each residential parcel must receive one of the following erosion control measures per engineer’s design:

• Level 1: Hydraulic Mulch

• Level 2: Hydraulic Mulch Fiber Logs, Silt Control Fences

• Level 3: Hydraulic Mulch, Fiber Logs, Silt Control Fences and Erosion Blankets

Appliance and Vehicle Recycling

• Appliances and vehicles must be handled properly to meet the requirements of metals recycling facilities. Vehicle identification numbers must be documented.

3. Owners Who Choose Neither Option Above and Fail to Adequately Remove Debris from

Their Property.

Due to the public health dangers to the community, owners who choose not to participate in

the state/federal sponsored Consolidated Debris Removal Program and who do not accomplish

an adequate clean-up through the Local Debris Removal Program by June 1, 2018, will have the

wildfire debris inspected by the County, and be subject to the County taking remedial action

that may include, but not be limited to, hazard removal and/or relocation, clean-up, site

evaluation, soil testing, and/or chemical analysis. All County expenses incurred for such

inspection and mitigation, including but not limited to, contract work, staff time, and

administration, are subject to full cost recovery from the owner with a lien recorded on the

property.

Confirmation Sampling Confirmation sampling should be conducted by a licensed professional after fire-related debris has been removed from a property. Representative soil samples must be collected and analyzed to determine compliance with clean-up goals used by the state and federal government which will be available at Environmental Health. The total number of samples to be collected should be based on estimated square footage of ash footprint:

Estimated Square Footage of Ash Footprint (Decision Unit)

Number of 5-Point Aliquots (Composite Sampling)

0-100 square feet 1

101-1,000 square feet 2

1,001-1,500 square feet 3

1,501-2,000 square feet 4

2,001-5,000 square feet 5

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>5,000 square feet Must consult with local Environmental Health officials

All confirmation samples should be collected after debris is removed and grading is complete

from a depth of 0-3 inches using a dedicated 4-ounce plastic scoop and be placed in 8-ounce

jars. Samples should be shipped to an approved laboratory for analysis for Title 22 Metals for

antimony, arsenic, barium, beryllium, cadmium, chromium, cobalt, copper, lead, molybdenum,

nickel, selenium, silver, thallium, vanadium, and zinc by EPA Method 6020, and mercury by EPA

Method 7471A. CalRecycle is currently using EPA Method 6020 in the Consolidated Debris

Removal Program.

This information is based upon statutes and regulations and is intended to provide a basic

overview to help achieve compliance. This document does not replace or supersede relevant

statutes and regulations and is not intended as legal advice.

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Guidelines, Templates and Resource List for Property Owners, Contractors and Consultants

The following guidelines, templates, and resource list have been created to assist property owners, contractors and consultants through the clean-up process. While the templates presented here are optional, it is highly encouraged that the organizational processes outlined are followed to facilitate an expedient review and approval of workplans and reports such that a Property Clean-Up Completion Certification can be issued to start the rebuilding process. Guidelines/Templates/Resource Summary Appendix A Work Plan Outline/Contents Appendix B Final Report Checklist/Contents Appendix C Solid Waste Disposal Site List Appendix D Recycling Resource List Appendix E APCD Guidelines for Fire Debris Removal (“Zero Dust” policy) Appendix F Building and Safety - Reasons Why Concrete Slabs and Foundations are Unusable, or

Impracticable for Re-use. Appendix G Template Workplan Work Plans and Reports Outline/Contents Please be advised it is the intent of Work Plans and Reports to provide working guidance such that no steps are missed in the clean-up process that might unduly burden property owners in having to perform additional or unnecessary work that may have been identified at the early stages of the project clean-up. With this, submittals made under these guidelines can be abbreviated to the bare necessities in order to achieve clean-up removal and disposal goals. For example, such line items as fugitive dust control may be addressed by referencing posted County documents and acknowledging that practices outlined therein will be adhered to. Included as Appendix A and B to this document please find general work plan and report format outlines that will assist in the timely review of submitted documents. Appendix G includes a standard work plan template that can be used to ensure that a comprehensive work plan is submitted, although site-specific details are required. Debris Removal Requirements to Solid Waste Disposal Facilities As a general note, sites that the DTSC has flagged as potentially not cleared of household hazardous waste (HHW) must be appropriately addressed within the work plan for debris characterization, removal and disposal. Fire debris/ash at a minimum shall be disposed of at a Class III disposal facility with a liner approved by the

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Regional Water Control Board to accept the waste. Any debris characterization requirements of the disposal site must be met before transportation to such site. An approved hauler appropriately licensed for the material transported will need to perform such work, and the material must be wetted and “burrito wrapped” (CalRecycle protocol) and tarped for transport and ultimate disposal. Contractors/haulers failing to adhere to this standard may have their material rejected at the disposal facility and/or a fine imposed. Asbestos transport and disposal must be disposed of at a facility permitted to accept such waste. Best management practices shall be established in such handling and disposal (work plan should have provisions outlined where asbestos is encountered), and a hauler appropriately licensed for the material transported will need to perform such work. Transport and Disposal documentation for generated debris removal should be retained and included with your Property Clean-up Completion Certification submittal. Included as Appendix C, is a preliminary list of disposal facilities provided in collaboration with the Regional Board and CalRecycle, which are likely to accept the material. Please note such facilities are working with their regulators in some cases with conditional waivers and may not immediately be able to take the material. As such, as more information becomes available, disposal options updates will be provided. Dust Control

• Property owners or their contractors must provide water or an approved dust palliative, or both, to prevent dust nuisance at each site. Dust resulting from performance of the work shall be controlled at all times.

• Each area of ash and debris to be removed must be pre-watered 48 to 72 hours in advance of the removal. Hoses with a fine spray nozzle are recommended. The water must be applied in a manner that does not generate runoff. Engineering controls for storm water discharges must be in place prior to dust control operations.

• All loads shall be covered with a tarp; this includes metal debris. Ash and debris loads shall be fully encapsulated with 10-millimeter plastic (“burrito wrap” method). Concrete loads are exempt from a tarp, provided the loads are wetted prior to leaving. If concrete loads generate dust, then the loads must be wetted and covered.

• All waste material that is not unloaded at the end of each workday should be consolidated, sufficiently wetted, and/or covered to prevent the offsite migration of contaminants.

• All visibly dry disturbed soil surface areas of operation should be watered to minimize dust emissions during performance of work.

• Speeds must be reduced when driving on unpaved roadways.

• Procedures must be implemented to prevent or minimize dirt, soil, or ash contaminating roadways, neighboring parcels, or creating an airborne health hazard. The use of blower devices, dry rotary brushes, or brooms for removal of carryout and track out on public roads is strictly prohibited.

Vehicle and Road Safety If removal activities on property owners’ parcels will create a roadway blockage or hinder traffic patterns, property owners or their contractors are responsible for obtaining any required local permits and shall post all warning signs, as required by local ordinances. As there may be many contractors actively working on remediation efforts in the burn area, it is in property owners’ best interests to identify removal and remediation efforts in adjacent areas that could impact the ability to locate, park, or transport equipment and materials.

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Soil Testing and Screening Criteria for Work Plans and subsequent Report of Findings Initial Screening Criteria have been established in consultation with CalRecycle for soil confirmation sampling after completion of visible clean-up of properties. Please note, that these are initial health screening criteria in the absence of background data. As such, screening levels provided here may be raised (more lenient) should ambient concentrations of metals be found to be prevalent in background data sets. Testing of metals must be performed by EPA Lab Method 6020, with the exception of Mercury by EPA Method 7471A.

Initial Health Screening Criteria for Soil Analyte Health Screening Level mg/Kg Cleanup Level Antimony 30 Health Screen

Arsenic 0.07 Background

Barium 5,200 Health Screen

Beryllium 15 Health Screen

Cadmium 1.7 Health Screen

Chromium 36,000 Health Screen

Cobalt 23 Background and Health Screen

Copper 3,000 Health Screen

Lead 80 Background and Health Screen

Mercury 5.1 Health Screen

Molybdenum 380 Health Screen

Nickel 490 Health Screen

Selenium 380 Health Screen

Silver 380 Health Screen

Thallium 5 Health Screen

Vanadium 390 Health Screen

Zinc 23,000 Health Screen

General Recycling and Testing Guidelines Included as Appendix D is a resource list for general recycling of concrete and metals. Please note, this list is provided as a courtesy and information contained herein should be verified by the property owner/ contractor / consultant before taking material to the vendors listed. Additionally, for concrete transport and disposal, disposal may be limited due to the potential presence of asbestos. As such testing is recommended before transport and disposal and acceptance criteria should be verified with potential processors. Well and Septic Guidelines

Well Safety

• Contact Ventura County Public Works Groundwater Resources at 805-654-2024 for water safety questions, well location, to obtain information on well repair permits or if you will be rewiring electrical lines to your well. http://vcpublicworks.org/pwa/groundwater-resources

• Any electrical work will require a permit from Building and Safety.

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• Identify wells and water tanks on the property and take steps to protect them during debris removal

Septic Systems

• Contact the Ventura County Environmental Health Division at 805‐654‐2813 for questions regarding your system location.

• Identify septic tank and leach field locations and take steps to protect them during debris removal. Any immediate hazard involving the septic tank or septic system shall be mitigated prior to debris removal. There may be information on the location of the septic system at: https://vcrma.org/onsite-wastewater-treatment-systems

Grading and Erosion Control Once grading has been completed, best management practices (BMPs) shall be implemented to establish erosion control at the disturbed site.

• Follow best management erosion and sediment control practices (BMPs) to prevent ash, soil, and other pollutants from washing into the street, drainage courses and culverts, or onto neighboring properties.

• Stockpiled materials that are not immediately loaded for transport shall be handled and stored on site in such a manner as to avoid offsite migration. Stockpiles must be removed by the June 1st debris removal deadline. This may include wetting and covering the waste until it is loaded and transported. Locate stockpiles away from drainage courses, drain inlets or concentrated flows of storm water.

• Stockpiled material may not be stored or placed in a public roadway.

• If a stockpile is classified as hazardous, it must be transported to a hazardous landfill. Hazardous materials and refuse must be kept in closed containers that are covered and utilize secondary containment, not directly on soil. If the stockpile is non-hazardous, it can be sent to a Class Three (3) landfill.

• During the project and in the rainy season, cover non-active soil stockpiles and contain them within temporary perimeter sediment barriers, such as berms, dikes, silt fences, or sandbag barriers. A soil stabilization measure may be used in lieu of cover.

• Implement appropriate erosion control measures during debris removal and provide final site stabilization after debris removal is completed.

Foundations, Slabs, and Foundation systems Foundations and slabs are required to be included as part of the fire debris removed from a site. Ventura County Building and Safety Division developed a Public Information Bulletin referenced in Appendix F. In general, the structural integrity of concrete and masonry (CMU) can adversely be affected in fire situations, especially when the structure is completely consumed by the fire. The properties of the material may be irreversibly altered deeming it unsatisfactory for reuse in supporting a rebuilt structure. There are a number of test and standards for evaluating the compressive strength of the concrete or masonry, including ASTM C39 and ASTM C140, which involve taking core samples from foundations and doing a compressive test in a certified lab. Homeowners interested in pursuing an exception and retaining their foundation are advised to discuss this issue in detail with the professional engineer who will be designing their replacement structure.

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Appendix A Work Plan Outline/Contents

1.0 Project Overview

1.1 Property and Property Owner(s) information

Name and contact information

Site address/APN

1.2 List of Contractors (name, license, contact information)

1.3 Scope of Work

1.3.1 Description of property and proposed activities

1.3.1.1 Identify equipment and material staging area 1.3.1.2 Site Health and Safety

Traffic Control

1.3.2 Footprint Measurements

1.3.2.1 Sketch footprint and describe type of foundation(s) and other hardscape

1.3.2.2 Photograph each site from all sides to document all aspects of the property

1.3.2.3 Sketch and record ash footprints

1.3.2.4 Identify and photograph other property-specific hazards (i.e. swimming pools, large

vehicles)

1.3.3 Water Lines / Wells (If applicable)

1.3.3.1 Identify water wells on properties not serviced by the local water agency

1.3.3.2 Identify water and electrical sources

1.3.4 Septic Systems / Sewer Lines (If applicable)

1.3.4.1 Identify septic tank and leach field locations on each property

1.4 Statement of intent to notify and/or obtain required permits and to work within acceptable hours

of operation

1.4.1 Underground Service Alert (USA)

1.4.1.1 Check for underground utilities by alerting Underground Service Alert (USA) for public

right of way

1.4.1.2 Check for underground utilities by using an independent private utility locator service

for private right-of-way, if necessary

1.4.2 Ventura County Air Pollution Control District - APCD Permit

1.4.3 Ventura County Integrated Waste Management Division – Demolition Waste Recycling

Permit

1.4.4 Ventura County Building and Safety Division – Demolition Permit

1.4.5 Ventura County Environmental Health Division – 24-hour notifications

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2.0 Background Site Assessment

2.1 Site Testing and Analysis Plan (Asbestos and Soil)

Conduct surveys to identify, sample, and analyze results for suspected gross asbestos containing

materials (ACM) including concrete foundations and mortar

2.2 Foundation Analysis and Plan (if foundation is to remain in place an approval from Building and

Safety is required)

3.0 Hazardous Waste and Asbestos Removal

3.1 Hazardous Waste and Household Hazardous Waste Removal

3.2 Asbestos Removal

Initiate air monitoring protocol and fugitive dust controls per APCD permit

3.3 Air Monitoring Protocols for Fugitive Dust Control

4.0 Debris Removal and Disposal / Recycling

4.1 Ash and Fire Debris

Collect, consolidate, and remove ash, debris and soil for disposal

4.2 Metals Including Vehicles and Appliances

Remove vehicles for recycling or disposal

Name of Recycling Facility

Provide VIN

Collect, and remove metals for recycling

Name of Recycling Facility

Disposal Site

4.3 Concrete, Brick & Masonry

Collect and remove concrete for recycling

Track and log quantities and types of materials transported to landfill or recycling facility

❖ Retain documents and receipts for final report

5.0 Soil Grading and Erosion Control

5.1 Description of Grading Activities

Finish grading/smoothing ground surface

5.2 Description of Erosion Controls

If results are less than or equal to cleanup goals, the site will be prepared for final erosion control and certification

Implement storm water best management practices to control sediment runoff from each remediated property

6.0 Confirmation Sampling Prepare a site diagram or sketch that includes the anticipated soil sample locations

Sample and analyze soil

Compare soil analytical results to State clean-up goals

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If results exceed State clean-up goals, another layer of soil must be removed, and confirmation samples must be collected.

Acknowledge preparation of a site-specific final report per Appendix B of the “Ventura County Local Debris Removal Program Application” packet, for delivery to The Ventura County Environmental Health Division with Property Clean-Up Certification Form

7.0 Attachments (If applicable): Vicinity Map

Plan Maps including former structure and burn debris footprint

Photographs

Laboratory Test Results

Auto VIN Identification Verification.

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Appendix B

Final Report Outline/Contents

Index of Final Report Contents: Section 1: Property Information (Assessor’s Parcel Number, Contacts for

Owner/Contractor(s)/Consultants) Section 2: Description of work performed:

2A Site Testing and Analyses, description and summary of results (Asbestos and Soil) 2B Air Monitoring Protocols for Fugitive Dust Implementation 2C Hazardous Waste and Asbestos Removal Documentation 2D Debris Removal Documentation 2E Soil Grading / Removal to level of visually clean 2F Foundations (Removal or Testing results for Potential Reuse) 2G Confirmation Sampling Results Discussion 2H Documentation of Appliance and Vehicle Recycling or Disposal 2I Documentation of work related to Well and Septic

Section 3: Vicinity Map, Plot Plan and Drawings Section 4: Analytical Table with results compared with State Health Screening Criteria Section 5: Certified Laboratory Reports

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Appendix C Solid Waste Disposal Facilities

DISPOSAL SITES WITHIN 50 MILE RADIUS FROM CITY OF VENTURA

Facility Site Name Address City ZIP County Phone Distance Accepts Asbestos

RWQCB NOA

Compliant

Simi Valley Landfill and Recycling

2801 N Madera Rd

Simi Valley 93065 Ventura

(805) 579-7267 28 Non-Friable Yes

Toland Road Landfill

3500 Toland Rd

Santa Paula 93060 Ventura

(805) 658-4685 19 Non-Friable Yes

Sunshine Canyon City County Landfill

14747 San Fernando Rd Sylmar 91342

Los Angeles

(818) 362-2124 45

Chiquita Canyon Sanitary Landfill

29201 Henry Mayo Drive Val Verde 91384

Los Angeles

(661) 257-3655 38 Yes

Calabasas Landfill 5300 Lost Hills Rd Agoura 91301

Los Angeles

(818) 991-4435 34

MATERIAL RECOVERY FACILITY / TRANSFER STATIONS

Del Norte Regional Recycling & Transfer Station

111 S Del Norte Blvd Oxnard 93030 Ventura

(805) 385-8060 11

Gold Coast Recycling Facility 5275 Colt St Ventura 93003 Ventura

(805) 642-9236 5

DISPOSAL SITES THAT ACCEPT FRIABLE ASBESTOS

Facility Site Name Address City ZIP County Phone Distance Accepts Asbestos

RWQCB NOA

Compliant

Azusa Land Reclamation Co Landfill

1211 West Gladstone Street Azusa 91702

Los Angeles

(626 969-1384 80 Yes Yes

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Appendix D Recycling Resources

Concrete/Asphalt

Scrap Metal

Recycler Materials Accepted

Conditions Services/Fees

Camarillo Recycling, Inc. 849 Via Alondra Camarillo, 805/987-0226

Aluminum, brass, copper, & stainless

steel

No steel or tin Call for information

Payment for materials

JB Metals Mobile location Oxnard, 805/486-5607

Aluminum, brass, copper & steel

No tin Call for information

Payment for materials

SA Recycling 1441 Mountain View Oxnard, 805/483-0512

All metals Call for information Payment for materials

Simi Valley Recycling Center 400 W. Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley, 805/527-4033 Tu-Sat 9-3

All metals Maximum length 6ft. Call for information

Payment for materials

Standard Industries 1905 Lirio Ave. Saticoy, 805/643-6669

All metals & mixed Recyclables accepted

Drop off & pickup service Call for information

Payment for materials

Facility Site Name Address City ZIP County Phone

Del Norte Regional Recycling AND Transfer Station111 S Del Norte Blvd Oxnard 93030 Ventura (805) 385-8060

Gillibrand 5131 Tapo Canyon Rd Simi Valley 93063 Ventura (805) 526-2195

Gold Coast Recycling Facility 5275 Colt St Ventura 93003 Ventura (805) 642-9236

Granite Construction - Mission Rock Road Asphalt 999 Mission Rock Rd Santa Paula 93060 Ventura (805) 879-0033

Santa Paula Materials 1224 Santa Clara St Santa Paula 93060 Ventura (805) 525-6858

Simi Valley Base Inc - Simi Valley 240 W Los Angeles Ave Simi Valley 93065 Ventura (805) 520-3595

Simi Valley Landfill and Recycling 2801 N Madera Rd Simi Valley 93065 Ventura (805) 579-7267

State Ready Mix 3127 W Los Angeles Ave Oxnard 93036 Ventura (805) 647-2568

Tapo Rock AND Sand Products 5023 Tapo Canyon Rd Simi Valley 93063 Ventura (805) 526-2899

Vulcan Materials-Oxnard 6029 E Vineyard Ave Oxnard 93036 Ventura (805) 672-2505

INERT DEBRIS RECYCLING CENTERS IN VENTURA COUNTY

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Ventura County Air Pollution Control District

COMPLIANCE ASSISTANCE ADVISORY

GUIDELINES FOR THOMAS FIRE DEBRIS REMOVAL AT AFFECTED

RESIDENTIAL SITES IN VENTURA COUNTY.

Hundreds of Ventura County residential structures were either completely destroyed or partially

destroyed due to the Thomas Fire. These guidelines are intended to provide guidance for crews that will

be removing residential fire debris resulting from the Thomas Fire. They are intended to facilitate the

prompt removal of residential fire debris while also protecting public health and safety.

Demolition Notification requirements – CalRecycle Crews

• CalRecycle shall submit notification for removal of affected fire debris for each affected site. • Cal Recycle may submit a “mass” notification, i.e. every site listed on a spread sheet or

database. • VCAPCD will waive the 10 day waiting period for any removals/work performed by work crews

under the direction of CalRecycle • VCAPCD will waive any notification fees for any residential notifications for sites affected by the

Thomas Fire.

Demolition Notification requirements – Independent Contractor Crews

• Contractors shall submit a demolition notification for removal of affected fire debris for each affected site.

• Contractors shall submit a separate, individual notification for each site. • VCAPCD will waive the 10 day waiting period for any removals/work performed by independent

contractors, provided proper notification has been previously submitted. • VCAPCD will waive notification fees for any residential demolition notifications for sites affected

by the Thomas Fire.

Work Practices – All Crews.

• CalRecycle crews and Independent Contractors shall adequately “Pre-Water” affected sites in advance of commencing operations in order to minimize dust from any removal operations.

• In order to minimize exposure to neighboring residences, VCAPCD will require a “Zero Dust” policy for CalRecycle crews and Independent Contractors performing fire debris removal.

• For partially destroyed structures, the debris, including chimneys, must be inspected by a Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) to determine if it is considered regulated asbestos containing material. All debris identified as asbestos containing material must be handled in accordance with the Asbestos NESHAP and disposed of at a landfill authorized to accept asbestos containing waste.

• All suspect asbestos containing materials that are non-friable shall be handled in such a manner as to prevent it from becoming friable.

• All fire debris shall be “burrito wrapped”, using plastic material with a minimum of 10 mil

thickness, and disposed of at a landfill that is authorized to accept such waste.

• No fire debris shall be transported in an open truck unless it is “burrito wrapped” and the load is

securely covered with a tarp.

• All fire debris shall be handled in such a manner as to prevent ash or other particles from being re-entrained into the air.

• Activities related to commercial structures shall be handled as usual. Notification fees and the 10-day waiting will not be waived for commercial structures.

Questions regarding this guidance or the District’s Asbestos Program should be directed to Ken Hall at 805/645-1437 or Tod Neilan at 805/645-1476

Building and Safety Division • Public Information County of Ventura • Resource Management Agency Main Office • 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 • (805) 654-2771 Satellite Office • 3855-F Alamo St., 2nd Fl. #2019A, Simi Valley, CA 93065 • (805) 582-8064 http://www.vcrma.org/rma/buildingsafety/index.htm • Building@Ventura.org

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Concrete Slabs and Foundations Damaged by Fire…

January 19, 2018 Existing footings, slabs, and foundation systems in fire-destroyed buildings are not typically permitted to be re-used. The effects of intense heat and fire on a foundation system renders the foundation unusable, or impractical for re-use for the following reasons:

1. The ground beneath the foundation must be tested to ensure it is free of contaminants and hazardous materials that may have been released by the building contents during the fire, into the ground. This test must be conducted in accordance with EPA Lab Method 6020 and 7471A. The test is destructive to the floor slab as it involves coring of portions of the concrete foundation for access and exploratory drilling into the ground.

2. A serious house fire can generate enough heat to damage and weaken the concrete and steel reinforcement bars in footings, slabs, and footing stem walls. Even though concrete is non-flammable and offers excellent fire protective qualities for preventing the spread of fire, it loses most, if not all of its structural strength characteristics when exposed to extreme heat. Performing compressive tests to confirm that the concrete has retained sufficient strength for re-using a foundation, is expensive, destructive, and generally not cost effective.

3. Foundation anchorage hardware (steel bolts and hold-down anchors) are typically lost or severely compromised during a serious fire and cannot be replaced or repaired without great expense. Installing replacement anchors in an existing footing is labor-intensive and requires special inspection during installation, which can add significant cost. Replacement anchors for hold down hardware must be re-engineered and are difficult and expensive to install in existing concrete footings. It requires special hardware and installation techniques involving high-strength epoxies, careful drilling and inspection of the installation locations, and continuous inspection of the new anchor placement. Continuous inspection is required throughout the entire installation process, and is required to be conducted by inspectors certified by the International Code Council (ICC) or LA City.

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4. Plumbing pipes and electrical conduit embedded in the concrete is usually destroyed or heavily damaged during a fire. Repairs and replacement of pipes and conduit in existing foundations involves the removal and replacement of portions of the concrete that encapsulates them, which further compromises the concrete. This process usually involves the saw-cutting or jack-hammering out those portions of concrete containing pipes and conduit, removing and replacing the damaged pipes and conduit, and pouring the replacement concrete.

5. Moisture barriers under concrete slabs. The moisture barrier is a thin layer of plastic commonly referred-to as “visqueen,” which is typically located under concrete slabs. Moisture barriers are important because they prevent moisture intrusion, which can damage flooring materials, drywall, and other finish materials inside the home. A strong fire can destroy or damage the moisture barrier beneath the slab. Replacement of the moisture barrier will require that the entire floor slab be removed and replaced.

6. The foundation system usually does not meet today’s structural design requirements for earthquake safety, and stability of the home during strong winds. This is especially true in cases where the original building was constructed prior to 1974. Current State Codes require that new buildings meet or exceed certain minimum design and construction standards of safety. In most cases, compliance with these standards is difficult or impossible to verify in an existing foundation system because the foundation is below ground and the size, spacing, and location of steel reinforcement steel embedded in the concrete is difficult to determine. In the absence of the original building plans used to construct the original building, the Ventura County Building and Safety office will not accept an existing fire-damaged foundation for consideration as a viable code-complying alternative to a newly-designed and constructed foundation for supporting a new building.

There are a number of tests and standards for evaluating the compressive strength of the concrete or masonry, including ASTM C39 and ASTM C140, which involve taking core samples from the foundation and doing a compressive test in a certified lab. Homeowners interested in pursuing an exception and retaining their foundation are advised to discuss this issue in detail with the professional engineer who will be designing their replacement structure.

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Appendix G

Template Work Plan

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Local Fire Debris Removal Program

Standard Work Plan Template

To ensure safety to workers, the public, and the environment, certain

protocols must be followed during a wildfire disaster when removing

structural ash and debris left from the Thomas Fire. The County is offering

two ways for property owners to manage the fire debris and ash from the

wildfire disaster, 1) participate in the State-sponsored Consolidated Debris

Removal Program or 2) submit a Local Fire Debris Removal Program

Application to the Ventura County Environmental Health Division.

Property owners who choose not to participate in the State-sponsored

Consolidated Debris Removal Program (or are not eligible) will need to

submit a Local Fire Debris Removal Program Application and work plan to

the County for approval at least two weeks prior to commencing debris

removal.

The work must be completed pursuant to Ventura County Ordinance 4515

and adhere to the ash and fire debris removal protocols and standards set

forth by the County and State. These standards are established to ensure

protection of public health and are the same standards applicable to the

State-sponsored Consolidated Debris Removal Program. This document is

a standard work plan template for the Local Fire Debris Removal Program

work plan requirement.

Complete and submit both this standard work plan and the Local Fire

Debris Removal Program Application to the Ventura County Environmental

Health Division located at 800 S. Victoria Ave, Ventura, CA 93009-1730 or

EHDThomasfire@ventura.org

Contact Ventura County Environmental Health Division at (805) 654-2432

with any questions regarding the Local Fire Debris Removal Program.

Ventura County Environmental Health Division 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009-1730 Office: (805) 654-2813 • Fax: (805) 654-2480 • Website Address: vcrma.org/divisions/environmental-health

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1.0 Project Overview

1.1 Property Information and Property Owner Contacts

Property Owner Name:

Property Address: City: Zip:

Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN):

Phone(s): Email:

Mailing Address: City: Zip:

1.2 List of Contractor(s) and Consultants Name: License No.: Phone: Email:

Name: License No.: Phone: Email:

Name: License No.: Phone: Email:

1.3 Scope of Work:

Provide a brief description of property and proposed activities (Footprint, description of structures and/or debris). Attach Photos /Sketches of ash footprint.

Identify/discuss proposed equipment material staging areas:

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Identify/discuss Site Health and Safety Protocols and Traffic Control:

If applicable, damaged water wells and/or water lines on property will be addressed in the following manner:

If applicable, damaged septic systems and/or sewer lines on property will be addressed in the following manner:

1.4 REQUIRED Notifications / Permits / Hours of Operation Underground Service Alert (USA) – Call 811 Dig Alert prior to digging.

Ventura County Air Pollution Control District 669 County Square Drive Ventura, CA 93003 Main Office – (805) 645-1400

Ventura County Integrated Waste Management Division 800 South Victoria Avenue Ventura CA 93009-1650 Main Office – (805) 658-4321

Ventura County Building and Safety Division 800 South Victoria Avenue Ventura CA 93009-1650 General Information – (805) 654-2771

Ventura County Environmental Health Division 24 hours prior to beginning debris removal activities, call EHD at (805) 654-2432 and leave a message reporting the site location. Within 24 hours of completing debris removal, call EHD at (805) 654-2432

7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Saturday No Operations on Sunday and Holidays

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2.0 Background Site Assessment

2.1 Site Testing and Analysis Plan (Asbestos and Soil)

A certified asbestos consultant and soil consultant will be hired to test the site. Site

testing and analysis for asbestos and soil will be addressed in the following manner:

2.2 Foundation Analysis and Plan

In general, the structural integrity of concrete and masonry can adversely be affected in

fire situations, especially when the structure is completely consumed by the fire. The

properties of the material may be irreversibly altered deeming it unsatisfactory for reuse

in supporting a rebuilt structure. Property owners have two options:

1. Completely remove and dispose of foundation,

2. If foundation is to remain in place, an approval from Ventura County Building and

Safety is required. Refer to Building and Safety Division’s Public Information

document- Concrete Slabs and Foundations Damaged by Fire

Structural foundations on the property will be addressed in the following manner:

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3.0 Hazardous Waste and Asbestos Removal

During Phase One of Consolidated Fire Debris Removal, teams of County staff and

experts from the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) inspected

the property and removed any identifiable and accessible household hazardous waste

that may pose a threat to human health, animals, and the environment such as

batteries, oil, propane tanks, visible bulk asbestos, and paints. However, some

hazardous materials and/or asbestos or asbestos containing materials (ACM) may still

be present on the property and pose a threat to public health and the environment.

Proper protection should be worn when handling, sorting, and transporting these

materials (sturdy footwear, gloves, respiratory protection).

3.1 Hazardous Waste and Household Hazardous Waste Removal

All remaining hazardous waste and household hazardous waste will be identified and

disposed by a certified hazardous waste contractor. Household hazardous wastes

(batteries, propane tanks, paint, gasoline cans, cleaning products, pesticides,

fluorescent light bulbs, etc.) should be identified, segregated, and disposed of at a

Household Hazardous Waste Facility or Recycling Facility.

Hazardous Waste Handling and Removal Procedures

Certified Hazardous Materials/Waste Contractor

Name: License No.:

Disposal and/or Recycling Facility(s)

3.2 Asbestos Removal

Asbestos or ACM requires assessment by a Certified Asbestos Consultant. Asbestos

and asbestos containing material must be removed by a licensed Asbestos Abatement

Contractor. If bulk loading ACM, the bin or container used for transport shall be double-

lined with 10-mil poly in such a way that once loaded both layers can be sealed up

independently (“burrito-wrap method”).

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Asbestos Handling and Removal Procedures

Certified Asbestos Consultant hired to test the site

Name: License No.:

Asbestos Removal Contractor

Name: License No.:

Disposal Facility(s)

3.3 Air Monitoring Protocols for Fugitive Dust Control

Property owners or their contractors must provide water or an approved dust palliative,

or both, to prevent a dust nuisance at the site. Refer to VCAPCD’s Guidelines for

Thomas Fire Debris Removal at Affected Residential Sites in Ventura County.

VCAPCD is requiring a “zero-dust” policy for all contractors performing fire

debris removal. Dust resulting from performance of the work will be controlled at all

times in a manner that does not generate runoff. Dust Control Methods include:

• Control 1- Water or an approved dust palliative, or both, will be used to prevent

dust nuisance at each site Each area of ash and debris to be removed will be

pre-watered with a fine spray nozzle, 48 to 72 hours in advance of the removal.

• Control 2- All loads shall be covered with a tarp; this includes metal debris. Ash

and debris loads shall be fully encapsulated with 10-millimeter plastic (“burrito

wrap” method). Concrete loads are exempt from a tarp provided the loads are

wetted prior to leaving. If concrete loads generate dust, then the loads must be

wetted and covered.

• Control 3- All waste material that is not unloaded at the end of each workday will

be consolidated, sufficiently wetted, and/or covered to prevent the offsite

migration of contaminants.

• Control 4- All visibly dry disturbed soil surface areas of operation should be

watered to minimize dust emissions during performance of work.

• Control 5- Speeds must be reduced when driving on unpaved roadways.

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• Control 6- Procedures will be implemented to prevent or minimize dirt, soil, or

ash contaminating roadways, neighboring parcels, or creating an airborne health

hazard.

In addition to the above listed methods, dust from debris removal activities on the

property will be addressed in the following manner:

4.0 Debris Removal and Disposal / Recycling

Remove ash and debris, metals, and concrete from the site and dispose of properly.

Metals and concrete will be recycled if possible. Appliances and vehicles will be handled

properly to meet the requirements of metals recycling facilities. Vehicle Identification

Numbers must be documented. All waste must be disposed of at an approved location

from the list provided by Environmental Health (See Appendices C and D in Guidelines,

Templates and Resource List for Property Owners, Contractors and Consultants).

Debris will be handled in the following manner:

4.1 Ash and Fire Debris

4.2 Metals Including Vehicles and Appliances

4.3 Concrete, Brick & Masonry

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5.0 Soil Grading and Erosion Control

5.1 Description of Grading

Remove 3 to 6 inches of soil from the impacted area after burn ash and debris is

removed to a level of visually clean. Ventura County Public Works Agency Development

& Inspection Services will be contacted and grading permits (if needed) will be obtained

prior to beginning any grading activities.

5.2 Description of Erosion Controls

When active fire ends it leaves behind bare dirt or decreased vegetative cover.

Because of the loss of vegetation, the top layer of soil becomes loosened, making it

vulnerable to increased runoff, erosion and sedimentation. Erosion and sediment

stabilization practices will be implemented to keep sediment and debris from impacting

homes. Erosion and sediment stabilization techniques to be used are listed below and

are consistent with recognized Best Management Practices and outlined in the

Guidelines, Templates, and Resource List provided by Ventura County Environmental

Health.

6.0 Confirmation Sampling

Initial Screening Criteria and protocols have been established in consultation with

CalRecycle for soil confirmation sampling after completion of visible cleanup of

properties. These are initial health screening criteria in the absence of background data.

Screening levels listed below may be raised (more lenient) should ambient

concentrations of metals be found to be prevalent in background data sets. Testing of

metals must be performed by EPA Lab Method 6020, with the exception of Mercury by

EPA Method 7471A. A licensed soil consultant will collect soil samples from a depth of

0-3 inches for confirmation sampling and compare results to clean-up goals. Attach a

sketch showing the ash footprint and anticipated soil sample locations.

Soil Consultant Collecting Samples

Name: License No.:

State-certified Laboratory

Name: Phone:

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Initial Health Screening Criteria for Soil

Analyte Health Screening Level mg/Kg Cleanup Level

Antimony 30 Health Screen

Arsenic 0.07 Background

Barium 5,200 Health Screen

Beryllium 15 Health Screen

Cadmium 1.7 Health Screen

Chromium 36,000 Health Screen

Cobalt 23 Background and Health Screen

Copper 3,000 Health Screen

Lead 80 Background and Health Screen

Mercury 5.1 Health Screen

Molybdenum 380 Health Screen

Nickel 490 Health Screen

Selenium 380 Health Screen

Silver 380 Health Screen

Thallium 5 Health Screen

Vanadium 390 Health Screen

Zinc 23,000 Health Screen

Final Report After implementation of the approved work plan, a Property Clean-up Completion Certification, along with a Final Report will be submitted to the Environmental Health Division. Information and documentation included in the Final Report will follow the outline provided in Appendix B of the Guidelines, Templates and Resource List for Property Owners, Contractors and Consultants.

7.0 Attachments (Vicinity Map, Plan Maps, Photographs, Drawings, Laboratory

Test Results, Etc.)